ECB, debt auctions, economic data

THURSDAY MORNING’S TOP STORIES

Indications: U.S. futures pull back after data disappoints

U.S. stock futures were slightly higher, pulling back from a stronger earlier rise after weekly jobless claims rose 24,000 and retail sales rose just 0.1% in December. Earlier gains stemmed from successful debt auctions in Spain and Italy. Investors also kept an eye out for developments at a European Central Bank press conference. See Indications for more

Economic Report: Chinese inflation cools slightly in December

Chinese consumer prices ease slightly in December, although food inflation remains at elevated levels, providing what some analysts say is the necessary latitude needed by authorities to loosen monetary conditions. Read more on China data in Economic Report

Europe Markets: Europe stocks rise after Spain, Italy debt sales

European stock markets rise after the Spanish and Italian governments bring down borrowing costs in successful debt sales, though some gains were pared after U.S. data. The monthly press conference coinciding with the European Central bank’s policy meeting draws scrutiny. Read more in European Markets

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